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Activating GreatnessCoaching vs. Micromanaging: How Jason Casarella Builds Trust, Accountability, and High-Performing TeamsWhy do so many well-intentioned leaders accidentally micromanage? In this episode of Activating Greatness, host Alec McChesney sits down with Jason Casarella, Chief Commercial Officer at CRC Cognitive Research Corporation, to break down the real difference between coaching and micromanaging—and why that distinction determines whether teams thrive or stall. Drawing on decades of experience leading commercial teams in high-pressure, regulated environments, Jason shares how situational leadership, role clarity, and trust-based accountability create empowered, high-performing teams. This conversation explores why micromanagement often stems from fear or pressure, how leaders can develop decision-makers instead of dependency, and why progress beats pe...
2026-02-1636 min
Activating GreatnessLeading with Mission Under Pressure: Building Trust, Culture, and Scale with Julie BlasingimWhat happens when growth, private equity pressure, and mission collide? In this episode of Activating Greatness, host Alec McChesney sits down with Julie Blasingim, CEO of Univo IRB, to explore what it truly means to lead with purpose while building and scaling a company in the life sciences industry. Julie shares how she built Univo from the ground up with a patient-first mission, why people must come before strategy, and how leaders can protect culture, trust, and clarity as complexity increases. The conversation dives into intentional hiring, storytelling as a leadership tool, saying no to growth opportunities that don’t...
2026-02-0947 min
Activating GreatnessThe Leadership Leap: How Harry Barnick Transformed His Team Through ChangeIn this episode of Activating Greatness, Alec sits down with Harry Barnick of the Third Bridge Group to explore what real leadership looks like during periods of intense change. Harry shares his firsthand experience navigating turnover at the leadership level, building a new team, relocating, and adapting to new cultures—and the lessons he learned along the way.
2026-02-0236 min
Activating GreatnessThe Conversation Advantage: How Ryan Payne Builds Culture One Dialogue at a TimeIn this episode of Activating Greatness, Ryan Payne, Director of Learning & Development at Velocity Advisory Group, shares how people-centered leadership and tailored development drive sustainable performance. Drawing on more than 13 years of experience leading large teams and executing major organizational turnarounds, Ryan breaks down what actually works when developing leaders, reducing turnover, and rebuilding momentum. This conversation offers practical insights on coaching, culture, and creating clarity that helps teams grow, engage, and perform at a higher level.
2026-01-2653 min
Activating GreatnessThe Momentum Mindset: How Joe Witte Turns Leadership Lessons into ActionIn this episode of Activating Greatness, Joe Witte, Executive Coach and Senior Advisor at Velocity Advisory Group, explores the role of momentum in leadership and why effective management doesn’t have to be complicated. Joe shares how leaders can build, lose, and rebuild momentum through clarity, systems, vulnerability, and servant leadership. Drawing from experience in business, military service, and executive coaching, this conversation offers practical insights for leaders navigating complexity and driving sustainable performance
2026-01-1953 min
Activating GreatnessLeading at the Highest Level: Alignment, Clarity, and Momentum with Dave FechtmanIn this episode, Velocity Advisory Group CEO Dave Fechtman shares what it takes to lead at the highest level. Dave breaks down how CEOs and executive teams create alignment, navigate uncertainty, and sustain organizational momentum. He offers practical insights on strategy, culture, and leadership clarity — and reveals the habits that help senior leaders thrive in complex environments.
2026-01-1145 min
Activating GreatnessThe Culture Shift: How Brooke Page-Thompson Helps Leaders Bring Their Whole Selves to WorkIn this episode of Activating Greatness, Alec McChesney sits down with leadership and culture expert, Velocity Advisory Group President Brooke Page-Thompson, to explore what it truly means for leaders to bring their whole selves to work. Brooke shares practical insights on emotional intelligence, psychological safety, and how authenticity can transform team performance and workplace culture.
2026-01-1148 min
Activating GreatnessThe Human Advantage: How Relationships Drive Culture and Performance with Dan SilvertIn this episode of Activating Greatness, Dan Silvert, Co-Founder of Velocity Advisory Group, shares why relationships are the true driver of culture, accountability, and sustainable growth. Drawing on decades of executive coaching experience, Dan explains how trust, connection, and everyday interactions shape performance — especially during periods of change and uncertainty.
2026-01-1148 min
SCORRCASTPipeline | Tactics to Build a Stronger Cell & Gene Sales PipelineIn this SCORRCAST episode, Alec McChesney talks with Heather Sugrue of Chrysalys Bio about strengthening the cell and gene therapy sales pipeline. From engaging the right CDMO partners to aligning commercial strategy, Heather shares practical tactics to drive growth and long-term success in life sciences.
2025-08-1449 min
SCORRCASTCreative Direction | A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Strategic Video Marketing EpisodeIn this SCORRCAST Director’s Cut, Alec McChesney and Braeden Tyma of SCORR Marketing take you behind the scenes of strategic video creation. From creative decisions to messaging alignment, this episode explores how thoughtful video production can elevate life sciences branding and engagement.
2025-08-0728 min
SCORRCASTSCORRCAST Short | ChallengesIn this SCORRCAST Short, host Alec McChesney explores the critical challenges facing life science marketers today — from tighter budgets to evolving audience expectations. Tune in for actionable insights designed to help life science companies stay competitive and drive ROI.
2025-04-3005 min
SCORRCASTClarity | Maximizing Marketing in Economic DownturnsJoin Alec McChesney, Ed Seguine, Lea LaFerla, and Tess Dugan on The SCORRCAST as they discuss how to maximize marketing efforts during economic downturns. Discover strategies for achieving clarity, prioritizing resources, and maintaining impact even in challenging times. Learn how smart marketing decisions can help businesses thrive, adapt, and emerge stronger from economic challenges.
2024-11-271h 07
Life Sciences - In FocusLife Sciences - In Focus Podcast Ep 10 - Alec McChesney, Director of Business Development at life sciences-focused SCORR MarketingJoin Alec McChesney, Director of Business Development at SCORR Marketing, on the Life Sciences - In Focus Podcast. Explore expert insights on personalized marketing strategies, overcoming global challenges, regulatory compliance, and creating impactful campaigns for the life sciences industry.
2024-11-2628 min
SalesDNA: Decoding life science sales[Leadership] Aligning marketing and sales with Alec McChesnyTakeaways - Revenue is a shared objective- Align your goals to the strategy- Create an open feedback loop- Bad takes on prospectingAlec McChesnyhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/alec-mcchesney/Download the life science sales rep toolkit: https://www.succession.bio/content/life-science-sales-toolkitAsk us anything: https://forms.gle/6cJJo7imyekPcwdEAAbout Succession: A life science sales training and community platform led by the top sales experts in the industry.- Get instant access to hours of on-demand and live training content.- Access to 100s of...
2024-08-0642 min
SCORRCASTInnovation | Dream Big: Pioneering Innovations in Clinical ResearchNo Marketing Experience? No Problem!In SCORRcast Episode 9, Alec McChesney from SCORR and Beau Balthazar Bruneau from Florence discuss actionable strategies to elevate your short-form content creation. Learn how to think big and lead innovations in clinical research. Whether you're new to marketing or a seasoned expert, this episode offers valuable insights for everyone. Tune in now!
2024-07-3143 min
SCORRCASTTop 3 Essential Marketing Strategies | SCORRCastIn this insightful episode of SCORR Cast, host Alec McChesney dissects three essential marketing strategies for life science companies: understanding your audience, effective storytelling, and performance marketing. He discusses creating tailored content for different buyer roles, addressing industry challenges through compelling narratives, and balancing performance marketing efforts. The episode offers actionable insights to help companies shift from a performance-driven approach to a balanced strategy, focusing first on audience understanding and storytelling before capturing demand.
2024-07-1018 min
Nonprofit Architect Podcast with Brenda McChesney2021 Year in Review: Travis Johnson2021 has been filled with tons of victories. We are recapping a successful 2021! Thanks to all our fans! We couldn't have done any of this without you. At the end of 2020, we had less than 8,000 downloads. Today we are over 38,000 thank you! Nonprofitarchitect.org has grown to include: Nonprofit Podcast Network: 15 Nonprofit related shows Veteran Podcast Network: 42 Veteran hosted shows Guest Appearances: 44 guest appearances this year Professional Podcast Production: Get your podcast started today! Ultimate Podcast Guide v 6.0 now 56 pages Guest Speakers/Presenter: Podcknow 2021 with Bruce Chamoff Donor Attraction Forum with Maryanne Ders...
2021-12-3030 min
Obstacle Running Adventures233. Obstacle Fitness X Podcast with Dave Claxton and Bethany McChesney!We have mentioned the Obstacle Fitness X Podcast a few times since their show started! Dave and Bethany do an excellent job bringing more awareness to Canadian OCR athletes who you should be aware of, and cover news in hybrid racing events like Hyrox, and DekaFit! It is the only Canadian OCR Podcast that we have been consistently listening to and we highly recommend it! Also, you should check out the OCR Tribe Facebook group too! 0:00 - 2:39 - Intro 2:39 - 15:39 - (Not) Quick News 15:39 - 16:17 - Content Preface 16:17 - 53:21 - Obstacle Fitness X...
2021-06-2058 min
Nonprofit Architect Podcast with Brenda McChesneyAlec Green: Nonprofit Ready Free CoursesIn this episode of Nonprofit Architect, Travis talks with Alec Green, a seasoned marketing professional with a performance-driven, analytical focus. His expertise is in building, planning, and executing marketing programs to generate qualified leads and drive new business. He has led all aspects of marketing strategy and product management including product launches, promotions, public relations, online marketing, content marketing, thought leadership, lead generation, and sales cycle management. Starting from their own experience, they end up giving some powerful tips building a strategic plan for your NonProfit that actually works. Listen in...
2021-02-2339 min
Nonprofit Architect Podcast with Brenda McChesneyAlec Green PreviewCheck out this video preview of The Nonprofit Architect Podcast where Travis interviews Alec Green, the Chief Marketing Evangelist for Cornerstone On Demand Foundation. You don't want to miss the full episode, which will be released Tuesday, February 23rd, 2021! Be sure to subscribe to the podcast using your favorite podcast player! i.e. Apple Podcast, Google Play, or Spotify Excited to announce we made Feedspot's Top 45 Nonprofit Podcasts! Check out the full list at https://blog.feedspot.com/nonprofit_podcasts/
2021-02-1901 min